5 House, M.D. Best Episodes, Ranked by IMDb
House, M.D. offers a controversial look at typical medical work. This character-driven show has many standout episodes, but these 5, ranked as the best, are definitely worth a rewatch.
Since its premiere in 2004, the medical drama House, M.D. has captivated audiences with its brilliant but abrasive diagnostician, Dr. Gregory House, and its gripping cases and complex characters. The series redefined the medical drama genre and showed us that a series' main star doesn't always need to be sweet and lovable.
It is one of those rare series where every episode leaves you speechless for many reasons. According to IMDb scores, these five episodes are the all-time best.
1. “House's Head” (2008)
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IMDb score: 9.7/10
This intense episode kicks off the two-part season 4 finale. After a bus crash leaves him with a head injury, House struggles to piece together his memories. He’s convinced that a fellow passenger is dying but can't remember who it is or why.
The episode's surreal sequences, emotional depth, and outstanding performance by Hugh Laurie make it one of the most unforgettable hours in the entire series.
2. “Wilson's Heart” (2008)
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IMDb score: 9.7/10
The conclusion to “House’s Head,” this episode delivers one of the most heartbreaking moments in the series. As House races to save Amber, Wilson’s girlfriend and a reason for the bus crash, the show dives deep into themes of guilt, love, and loss. It’s a devastating and poignant chapter that showcases the emotional toll of House’s brilliance.
3. “Three Stories” (2005)
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IMDb score: 9.6/10
Often hailed as the episode that cemented House, M.D. as a standout series, “Three Stories” is a masterclass in emotional storytelling. House teaches a diagnostic class using three patients’ cases, cleverly weaving in the origin of his own leg injury. The episode won an Emmy for its writing and remains a fan favorite for its emotional reveal.
4. “Both Sides Now” (2009)
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IMDb score: 9.6/10
Season 5's finale blurs the line between reality and hallucination, culminating in a shocking twist that redefines everything House (and the audience) believed was true. The psychological unraveling of House adds new dimensions to his character and sets up a dramatic shift for the following season 6.
5. “Broken” (2009)
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IMDb score: 9.6/10
The opening episode of season 6 "Broken" takes place almost entirely outside the hospital and focuses on House’s time in a psychiatric facility. This two-part episode highlights his vulnerability as he confronts his addiction and mental health struggles. Seeing House in this state is rare, which is why it's important.
